| You may be given a decongestant spray or paste to reduce any inflammation in the nose. |
| If you do use decongestant nasal drops or sprays, be careful to take them for no more than three days. |
| Sudafed contains the nasal decongestant pseudoephedrine, which is structurally similar to ephedrine, yet they do have different properties. |
| Peppermint also has antiseptic and decongestant qualities that can help relieve the pain of ear inflammation. |
| You can also try using a nasal decongestant spray several hours before the flight. |
| If you use a decongestant nasal spray for more than three days, watch out for rebound congestion, which makes you even more congested. |
